The Skoda Mountiaq shows how versatile and capable the base of the Kodiaq is

The best way to cement the growth of a company is to bet on YOUNG. For them, the initial and continuous It is something very important, because without certain knowledge they will not be able to face their future and that of other generations. This starting point is very clear in Skoda and to enhance it, since 2014 they have been developing the projectStudent Concept Car de initial and continuous with students from Mlada Boleslav.

Their way of working is very simple: they help them create a prototype starting from an existing model. In this case, 35 students (6 of them women) who have participated in the project, have worked for 8 months and over 2.000 hours to create a very special model. We are before the skoda mountiaq, the pick up version of the Kodiaq SUV as an example of the versatility of the modular platform on which it is developed.

The Skoda Mountiaq maintains the Kodiaq heritage

To level aesthetic, the changes that the skoda mountiaq they are evident, beyond the Sunset Orange hue. The transition from SUV to pick up forced to leave behind elements such as rear doors just like the roof that covers it. In addition, the front doors have been slightly shortened to increase the Loading Zone. Moving on to this one, of the bathtub type, it is completely uncovered and has forced the application of several reinforcements in the lower part of the chassis. However, it has several object holder holes hidden in the floor and lighting to facilitate the work.

Along with these changes, there are others that increase the attractiveness of the Mountiaq. We can highlight the LED auxiliary headlights on the roof or the lower anti-fog LEDs. To ford rivers, it has a snorkel supply the engine with air. Furthermore, we cannot ignore the protections of the front or the winch. Finally, and following in the wake of the Scala, they have placed on the door of the cargo area, the spelling "Skoda".

Known interior, although with fewer seats

El cabin of the skoda mountiaq maintains the same design and layout as the Kodiaq. The main difference is that it is only enabled to accommodate two passengers. However, the dashboard, dashboard and distribution of elements is the same. The only changes the students have introduced come in the form of Applique and details in the same tone Sunset orange.

Thus, the upper central zone of the steering wheel or knob of the automatic transmission become oranges. The leather seats have inserts in the same tone. Lastly, the mats They also feature custom exterior seams. All in all, the set maintains the same quality (at least visual) of construction that the SUV version that we know looks like.

Improved technique and powerful gasoline mechanics

El skoda mountiaq, as is evident, is developed on the same basis as the Kodiaq. On this occasion, the MQB modular platform stretches to give life to a model 4,99 meters long. In turn, the width and height are 2,00 meters and 1,71 meters respectively. Still, the distance between axis is very generous, reaching 2,78 meters. Finally, we cannot ignore the 3 centimeters that his tracks have grown. Logically, this size is noticeable in the final weight, which is 2.450 kilos.

To improve the off-road capabilities of the Mountiaq, with respect to the Kodiaq, the students have applied several changes. The most obvious is the increase in height of the set with respect to the Scout version. To gain these extra 10 centimeters (up to a total of 29 centimeters), they used elements such as alloy wheels Rock Star II 17 inch and off road tires. These changes are peppered with a powerful 2.0 TSI turbocharged gasoline engine with a final power of 190 hp.

What does Mountiaq mean? Will we see him on the street?

According to Skoda, The denomination Mountiaq transmit spirit of adventure y off road style. To these adjectives, we should add an attractive design that advocates a modern lifestyle and the simple use that pick-ups provide. Therefore, more than wanting to offer a product intended for hard work, they seek the complicity of lovers of outdoor activities.

Taking into account the approach of the model and the way it was born, it is practically ruled out that it reaches the assembly line. This does not surprise us much, since since the year 2014 they are doing this project with students and none of the models created have seen the light of day. However, it would not be a bad idea for them to think about it, since the Grupo Volkswagen need a new pick up and Amarok he is too old.

Source - Skoda